Friends and partners of ISCOS collectively raised more than $500k through its 25th Anniversary Gala Dinner on 28 May 2014, at the Sands Expo & Convention Center. The funds will go towards the Yellow Ribbon Fund-ISCOS Fairy Godparent Programme (FGP), an initiative that supports children of ex-offenders. Mr Lim Swee Say, Minister, Prime Minister’s Office, […]
WDA and ISCOS launches train-&-place scheme for ex-offenders
In collaboration with the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA), ISCOS launched a holistic train-&-place scheme for ex-offenders. The Strengthening Opportunities Advocating Resilience (SOAR) Programme aims to prepare unemployed ex-offenders to enter the workforce by enhancing their skills sets through training, and helping the vulnerably employed ex-offenders to upgrade their skills and move towards seeking secured […]
ISCOS launches Project LEAP, garners support from Corporations
In July, ISCOS launched Project LEAP (Learning Environment Assistance Project), a new initiative which aims to assist student beneficiaries of the Yellow Ribbon Fund-ISCOS Fairy Godparent Programme through minor home refurbishment work and creation of home study areas. As part of its corporate volunteerism, the Network For Electronic Transfers (Singapore) Pte Ltd (NETS), came on […]
ISCOS Launches Tuition Bursary Scheme for Members’ Children During New Office Opening, Recognises Donors
Singapore – The Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd (ISCOS) launched the first ever Tuition Bursary Project sponsored by Baker & McKenzie.Wong & Leow during its new office opening today, with Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Minister of State, Ministry of Education and Home Affairs as Guest of Honour. “Our members’ children’s education is of concern to […]
Overflowing Kindness from The Heart
As the CEO of Vanda Sports Group, a sports marketing agency in Singapore, while managing a stable of other companies, Ian Mullane’s schedule is packed with business meetings, overseas trips and family commitments. However when ISCOS approached him in 2011 for professional advice on event management and fundraising initiatives, he not only offered his services […]
JobStreet.com co-organizes job fair with ISCOS
JobStreet.com, a leading online recruitment company, played a role in helping former convicts reintegrate into society through a Job Fair organized with the Industrial & Services Co-operative Society Ltd (ISCOS). ISCOS is committed to helping former convicts get jobs after their release from prison. The job fair was held at the National Volunteer and Philanthropy […]
Members Flash Smiles with NETS FlashPay CEPAS Card
NETS has been supporting ISCOS in the ISCOS Gift of Hope project since 2009. To date, close to 4,000 NETS FlashPay CEPAS Cards have been distributed to ISCOS members. Members were able to use the NETS FlashPay CEPAS cards for transportation and other purchases. This gift brought users much convenience, as ISCOS members attested to […]
Thoughts on ISCOS Family Day 2011 by Zhen Yao
On 24 June 2011, I had the opportunity to volunteer in the ISCOS Family Day event at Sarimbun Scout Camp. It was an annual family day celebration organized by ISCOS, and this year, it was done in collaboration with T-Touch, a staff volunteer initiative of Temasek Holdings. After some ice-breakers by the motivators of High […]
Leroy Ang: A Fulfilling Journey with ISCOS
Leroy Ang presented with the Star Award at ISCOS Appreciation Dinner 2010 from Mr Teo Tze Fang, ISCOS Board Member What started out as a charitable act to make a monetary donation ended as a varied volunteering experience for Leroy Ang. From 2009 to 2010, Leroy has been involved in many ISCOS events. Due to […]
Taylen Lim: Ace Student with a Big Heart
Taylen joined ISCOS as a volunteer in July 2009. The 23 year old who studies Accounting at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) has been a committed volunteer ever since. His friendly and amicable demeanor makes him very welcomed amongst ISCOS’s staff and other volunteers. The undergrad never fails to voice out his opinions or offer […]